We all do it. A tiny fib to keep the peace, save a friendship or get out the door without a row.
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"I'm five minutes away!"
You haven't even got your shoes on. By the time you pull up, it's been twenty-five minutes and you blame the traffic.
"Oh, I love it, thank you!"
Bath set, novelty mug, a candle that smells like petrol. You beam, you hug them, and it never sees daylight again.
"We must catch up soon!"
You bump into them outside Tesco, promise a coffee, and neither of you ever texts. It's the friendliest lie going.
"No, honestly, it looks lovely on you"
They've asked if it's too tight and you've already decided the truth isn't worth the atmosphere at dinner.
"Sorry, only just seen your message!"
It's been sat there for days while you thought of a decent excuse. The blue ticks give you away every time.
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Should the UK ban private school tax breaks and use the money to fund state schools?
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